Withered ginger can be a real treasure — don’t throw it away!

Enhance the scent: Add a few drops of lemon, lavender, or eucalyptus essential oil to the spray bottle for a more pleasant fragrance.

Disinfecting boost: On food-contact areas, you can mix in a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar after the mixture settles, then strain before use.

Tackle tough odors: For smelly areas like garbage cans, mix baking soda with half a teaspoon of lemon juice when spraying.

Prevent mold: Store the spray bottle in the refrigerator for up to two weeks; discard if it develops an off smell or changes color.

Reuse: You can reuse the ginger pieces in your trash bin as a deodorizer. Just add more baking soda and water to refresh the spray.

How to store fresh ginger:

Wrap it in dry paper towels, place it in an airtight bag, and store it in your fridge’s crisper drawer — this helps it stay fresh for several weeks.

Alternatively, slice and freeze it, then thaw only what you need.

So don’t throw away wilted ginger — with baking soda and hot water, you can create a biodegradable, budget-friendly cleaner.

Customize it with your own scents and natural disinfectants to care for your home and your health using ingredients you already have. A simple, sustainable, and effective option!